GPS Gadgets

If you’ve got one of these GPS gadgets, your days of getting lost are officially over! Not only do these help you find out where you are, but they can tell you how to get where you’re going (and, if you don’t have any particular destination in mind, some can even recommend someplace to go!)

Becker Traffic Assist Z250 Ferrari is a result of a cooperation between Harman/Becker Autmotive Systems and Ferrari. The device has Bluetooth, touch screen (4,3 inch) and software made especially for Ferrari.

The Garmin Zumo 550 is an upcoming new release on the GPS market specifically catering to the needs of motorcycle riders. Scheduled for release in October, the Zumo strikes a balance between the larger StreetPilot ôcö series and the smaller Nuvi series. Featuring a waterproof casing and large buttons to make it easy for riders wearing gloves to use, the Garmin Zumo 550 certainly does seem well-suited to the motorcycle community.

When it comes to GPS navigation systems, the Nextar X4B is one of the most advanced systems to come out of Nextar so far, and it is definitely worth taking a look at. The 4.3ö touch screen allows for easy navigation and viewing of U.S. and Canadian maps from Navtek, which are loaded into the 1GB of built-in memory. Also loaded into the memory are over two million different points of interest, so you can always find the nearest market, phone booth, gas station, and more! The unit also has Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to make hands free phone calls with ease. Read the rest of this entry »

The new Navigon 2150 Max is currently available in the UK, and although it looks identical to the Navigon 2110, don’t let appearances deceive you, this is a greatly improved model. The Navigon 2150 Max includes several key enhancements and features which can normally be found only in much higher-priced GPS systems. With text-to-speech capabilities, and an integrated Bluetooth hands-free kit, you can easily use the unit while driving. The Navigon 2110 Max even has the added benefit of being able to update its firmware via the Navigon Fresh online service, but anyone who picks up the system directly will need to pony up L229.